Obituary:
Christine Bonilla, a long time resident of the Freehold / Howell, NJ area, died Monday, the 7th of June in Oklahoma, where she had been residing along side her two older daughters and her seven granddaughters for the year prior. Born December 14th, 1966 in Lakewood, NJ. Christine was the daughter to Ernesta and Justino Bonilla. She was the second youngest of eight siblings, in order from oldest to youngest; Lucy, Wilfredo (Freddy), Carlos, Nelly, Robert (Bobby), Arlene, Christine and Milargros (Millie). Most of Christine's childhood into her early twenties was spent living between Puerto Rico and New Jersey. Christine was the beloved Mother to Christal Giglio (Roman), Vanessa Thomas (Edwards), Jake Motisi, Kristen Cruz, Thomas Mastandrea and Michael Cruz II. Beloved Mother-In-Law to Anthony Giglio and Zach Thomas. Lastly, Christine was the most incredible Mamita to seven granddaughters (in order from oldest to youngest); Isabelle Thomas, Jayden Giglio, Dakota Thomas, Layla Giglio, Savana Thomas, Riley Giglio and Mia Thomas.
Christine loved dancing, good food, crafting and socializing, enjoyed going to the movies, baking and ice-cream, had a wonderful smile that could light up the room and a laugh that could get anyone laughing. She is survived by her children, grandchildren, brother Freddy, sister's Nelly Rosario, Arlene Bonilla, Millie Porcena, several nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, all of whom brought great joy, laughter and love to her life.
Arrangements:
Christine's remains will be spread at Bernegat Bay. Just as her late mother, Ernesta, her sister Lucy and her brother Bobby Bonilla were. This part of the event will be kept very intimate and will be kept between Christine's children and siblings only. We would love for everyone to participate in the floating lanterns tribute.
Acknowledgements:
Perhaps you sent a lovely card,
or sat quietly in a chair.
Perhaps you sent those beautiful flowers,
we saw sitting there.
Perhaps you spoke the kindest words,
as any friend could say.
Perhaps you were not there at all,
just thought of us that day.
Whatever you did to console our hearts,
we thank you so much.
~Christal, Vanessa, Kristen, Michael ~